First time property owners will learn a lot during their first home purchase. It will be one of the largest if not the largest purchase they will ever make. Purchasing a home is not done frequently and even if the purchasers have purchased a home before, it was likely years ago and they do […]

Pricing a rental property is a key step in being successful in investing in rental properties. Pricing the monthly rent too high will decrease the amount of tenants willing to pay for the property but having too low will cause investors to miss out on additional revenues, or have a loss. There are a […]

When purchasing a turnkey property, some real estate investors believe that the investment is fool proof. These properties are already rehabbed, usually by a specialized turnkey real estate company, and there is typically already a renter in the home before it is purchased. Those same firms then offer property management services to the investor. Below […]

Construction is not just about creating buildings; it’s about creating a community. A successful community will create connection between people. It should have a vibrant feeling to it, yet still feel like someone’s home. Below are a few tips that will help create a great community that will allow the residence to feel connected […]

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When first starting out as a real estate investor, it is essential to understand the industry and know the basics. There are many common mistakes that new real estate investors can make by having [...]

When first starting out as a real estate investor, it is essential to understand the industry and know the basics. There are many common mistakes that new real estate investors can make by having incorrect assumptions and relying on their misguided instincts. Below are a few tips to help new real estate investors avoid common […]

When property managers introduce new tenants to their rental home, they usually do not take the time to teach their tenants about the necessary items of the home, which help reduce risks to the property. The property manager typically treats the tenant as though they have no responsibility for the property, which leads the tenant […]

Every real estate investor wants to find the home that is an amazing deal. However, in order to find this great home at a low price, real estate investors tend to look at the positive instead of trying to find the negative. It’s extremely important when purchasing a home to look for items that come […]

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Technology has drastically changed the way many industries do their businesses from keeping records, communicating within the company, and interacting with all outside contacts from vendors to customers. Using technology correctly can dramatically reduce prices while also increasing efficiency. Construction has followed the technology trend by implementing it in the following processes. Every construction company […]

There are many reasons home owners decide to get a valuation done on their home. They may be refinancing, selling the home, or using it as collateral for something. In all instances, getting a higher valuation is extremely important. Below are a few tips that will help the home owner get the most out of […]

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Vacation homes can be a good investment for the home owner, especially if they decide to rent it out when they are not using it. Vacation homes tend to rent out at a higher rate than a normal home. However, keeping it occupied is key in order to make it profitable. Vacation homes typically have […]